Preparing for a Pediatric X-Ray: Your Questions Answered
June 27, 2024
What follows is the third in a 3-part series on imaging procedures. The first part focused on mammograms, and the second part explained how to prepare for a CT scan.Ìý
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X-ray machines are like large cameras that take special photos of the inside of the body. Doctors use these photos to look at a patient’s bones and organs to help figure out if something is wrong.Ìý
What to expect before, during and after your visitÌýÌý
Before the X-rayÌý
- You may be asked to help your child change into a medical gown.ÌýÌý
- A technologist, the person who takes the X-ray, will take you and your child to the X-ray machine.Ìý
During the X-rayÌý
- The technologist will help your child get into the right position for the camera. It is important that your child not move so that the X-rays are not blurry.Ìý
- The technologist will step outside the room so they can take your ³¦³ó¾±±ô»å’s X-ray.ÌýÌýÌý
- Taking your ³¦³ó¾±±ô»å’s X-ray only takes a few seconds.Ìý
- If you have any questions during your ³¦³ó¾±±ô»å’s X-ray exam, you can always ask the technologist.Ìý
AfterwardsÌý
- Once the technologist checks to see if the X-ray images are good and not blurry, you can go home.Ìý
- A radiologist who specializes in reading pediatric imaging studies will review the X-ray and send the report to your doctor.Ìý
- You’ll be able to see the X-ray results in your ³¦³ó¾±±ô»å’s Connect account. Your doctor will also receive a copy to review and discuss with you.Ìý
if you have any questions…ÌýÌý
ÎåÔÂÌìÊÓƵ’s radiologists are always available to speak with you and answer any questions you may have about your ³¦³ó¾±±ô»å’s X-rays.Ìý
To learn more about our screenings and radiology services, please visit here.